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What happens to your brain when you *do nothing* | with Joseph JebelliWhat happens to your brain when you *do nothing* | with Joseph Jebelli
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What happens to your brain when you *do nothing* | with Joseph Jebelli

Doing nothing has been branded as lazy and rest is something we can feel guilty for. But it turns out that doing nothing is very good for us, and we might be seeing rest completely wrong. We spoke with with Joseph Jebelli, author of The Brain at Rest, about why you should prioritise rest.

What is ‘Forest Bathing’? The Benefits of WoodlandWhat is ‘Forest Bathing’? The Benefits of Woodland
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What is ‘Forest Bathing’? The Benefits of Woodland

Discover the healing power of forest bathing. Backed by Japanese studies, woodland can lower stress, boost immunity, and improve wellbeing.

There’s no such thing as perfect: seeing the beauty in imperfectionThere’s no such thing as perfect: seeing the beauty in imperfection
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There’s no such thing as perfect: seeing the beauty in imperfection

Social media sold us the idea there's a right way to do everything, but the research on perfectionism, wabi-sabi and the beautiful mess effect says the messy version is the best version.

September Reset: Why we still feel “back-to-school” energy as adultsSeptember Reset: Why we still feel “back-to-school” energy as adults
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September Reset: Why we still feel “back-to-school” energy as adults

September is a second ‘New Year’ for wellness and is filled with back-to-school energy. So how can you embrace the September reset and make the most of the last few months of the year?

What is the “3 Day Effect”? What is the “3 Day Effect”?
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What is the “3 Day Effect”?

Spending 3 days disconnected from civilisation and immersed in nature and offline can improve your cognitive function by 50%

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50 Screen-Free Date Ideas50 Screen-Free Date Ideas
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50 Screen-Free Date Ideas

Looking for screen-free date ideas? Here are 50 for couples, for staying in and going out, plus why phones get in the way of a good evening.

What is “star bathing”? And how to do itWhat is “star bathing”? And how to do it
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What is “star bathing”? And how to do it

Star bathing is mindful stargazing, and it lowers stress, calms rumination and lifts creativity. Here's the science, six stargazing tips for beginners, and the best dark sky places in the UK.

How to Get Your Attention Span Back: 3 Neuroscience-Backed WaysHow to Get Your Attention Span Back: 3 Neuroscience-Backed Ways
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How to Get Your Attention Span Back: 3 Neuroscience-Backed Ways

Struggling to focus? Neuroscience says your attention span isn't gone, just drained. Three research-backed ways to get it back, no willpower required.

Why time speeds up as you get older (and how to slow it down)Why time speeds up as you get older (and how to slow it down)
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Why time speeds up as you get older (and how to slow it down)

Why does time go so fast? Your brain measures years in memories, not minutes. The science behind the blur and how to make time feel slower.

The Benefits of Sitting by a Fire: Why Campfires Calm Us and Make Us TalkThe Benefits of Sitting by a Fire: Why Campfires Calm Us and Make Us Talk
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The Benefits of Sitting by a Fire: Why Campfires Calm Us and Make Us Talk

Watching a fire lowers blood pressure and stress, and firelight changes how we talk. The science behind why campfires calm us and unlock deeper conversation.

The beauty of boredom: the most underrated feelingThe beauty of boredom: the most underrated feeling
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The beauty of boredom: the most underrated feeling

Boredom gets a bad rep because it isn't the most thrilling feeling. But the simple, "boring" moments are often the ones we remember. And science agrees boredom is worth protecting.

Green Colour Psychology: What it actually does to your brain and bodyGreen Colour Psychology: What it actually does to your brain and body
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Green Colour Psychology: What it actually does to your brain and body

Your brain has been wired to find green calming for 30 million years. Here's the science behind what it actually does to your cortisol, creativity and nervous system.

What did people do before the internet?What did people do before the internet?
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What did people do before the internet?

Life before smartphones and Google is hard to imagine. So how did people communicate, work and entertain themselves without the internet?

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15 Slow Hobbies That Calm Your Brain and Nervous System15 Slow Hobbies That Calm Your Brain and Nervous System
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15 Slow Hobbies That Calm Your Brain and Nervous System

Scrolling doesn't rest your brain, it just keeps it busy. These 15 slow hobbies are backed by science to actually lower stress and calm your nervous system.

How to Actually Rest on Holiday (And Come Back Feeling Recharged)How to Actually Rest on Holiday (And Come Back Feeling Recharged)
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How to Actually Rest on Holiday (And Come Back Feeling Recharged)

Do you come back from holiday more tired than when you left? Here's the science behind why and what to actually do differently this summer.

Wellness Fatigue and Why We’re Rebelling Against Over-Optimised HealthWellness Fatigue and Why We’re Rebelling Against Over-Optimised Health
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Wellness Fatigue and Why We’re Rebelling Against Over-Optimised Health

The wellness industry is booming, but we’re more anxious and lonely than ever. Wellness washing, over-optimisation and performative wellness are making us worse, so what actually works?

What is ‘sunshine guilt’? Why you feel FOMO when it’s sunnyWhat is ‘sunshine guilt’? Why you feel FOMO when it’s sunny
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What is ‘sunshine guilt’? Why you feel FOMO when it’s sunny

Sometimes you’re not able to go outside and enjoy the sunshine. Here’s why you might feel guilty of FOMO for this and how to avoid it

What is texting fatigue? (And why your WhatsApp inbox feels overwhelming)What is texting fatigue? (And why your WhatsApp inbox feels overwhelming)
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What is texting fatigue? (And why your WhatsApp inbox feels overwhelming)

Feel overwhelmed by your WhatsApp inbox? Texting fatigue can lead to reply guilt. So why does it happen and how can you beat it?

How Often Should You Go Offline? How Often Should You Go Offline?
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How Often Should You Go Offline?

Going offline works. But like running or saunas, the benefits compound with repetition. Here's what the research says about how often you should properly disconnect.

Digital Detoxing
Awe-Hunting: The Benefits of Awe and Why You Should Be Seeking ItAwe-Hunting: The Benefits of Awe and Why You Should Be Seeking It
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Awe-Hunting: The Benefits of Awe and Why You Should Be Seeking It

Feeling awe can reduce stress and help regulate your nervous system. Here's what awe does to your brain and body, and how to seek it out on purpose.